City Cast Houston

By City Cast

The daily podcast for food, culture, news, and nature in the sweaty Bayou City. Join host Raheel Ramzanali and the City Cast Houston team every weekday morning as we celebrate and interrogate this spr... more

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The podcast currently has 1,209 episodes available.

City Cast Houston episodes:

October 12, 2023 Here’s How You Can Avoid Houston Traffic
Look, there’s no way around it, you’re going to be stuck in traffic when driving the Houston streets. But, you can be better prepared to handle traffic and maybe even beat it with the right tips. Host Raheel Ramzanali is bringing on lead producer Dina Kesbeh, producer Carlignon Jones, and Hey Houston writer Brooke Lewis to get their best tips on beating and avoiding Houston traffic.

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27min
October 11, 2023The Best Kolaches in Houston
Kolaches have been an institution in H-Town for decades, but with so many great bakeries to choose from, where should you go first? Host Raheel Ramzanali is calling on Houston food content creator Shawn the Food Sheep to get his recommendations of places you need to try ASAP. From fruit fillings to hearty meat choices, these kolaches will have you ready to conquer the day.
Kolache Shoppe
Koala Kolache
Koffeteria
Shipley Donuts
The Original Kolache Shoppe
Shawn The Food Sheep on Instagram and TikTok

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18min
October 10, 2023Shorter School Week, Nutria Rats, and Paying for Parks
As kids we would’ve loved a four-day school week, but how are we feeling about this as adults and parents? Plus, are you brave enough to ask a question during a televised debate? Host Raheel Ramzanali and lead producer Dina Kesbeh get the week started with a rundown of stories that are impacting H-Town!

Featured stories:
Nutria on the rise
Crosby ISD 4-day school week
Mayoral debate tonight
Would you pay for parks?
Houston Chef to battle Bobby Flay
Beyoncé concert film

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26min
October 06, 2023Defund the HOA, Governor Special Session, and Astros Playoffs
Can we all agree that opposing fan bases should never start a “we want Houston” chant?! Well, Minnesota fans started one, but will the Astros respond? Plus, there’s a lot of HOA drama going down in H-Town. Host Raheel Ramzanali and Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz recap the biggest stories from the week.

Featured stories:
The Daytripper Season 14 Premier
Governor Abbott calls special session
Defund the HOA flag story
SoundThinking civil rights
$48 million approved to fix leaks
James Lombardino lawsuit

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22min
October 05, 2023What You Need To Know About the Mayoral Race
We’re about a month away from picking Houston’s next mayor and the interest in the election has been low. We’re changing that today as host Raheel Ramzanali learns about the candidates, the biggest storylines, and more with Houston Landing’s political reporter Paul Cobler.

Dive deeper into the mayoral race by checking out the stories below:
Read Paul’s work on the mayoral race here
What Houstonians care about with the next mayor
Harris Votes website

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17min
October 04, 2023 There's a Perfect Fall Road Trip in Every Direction From Houston
No matter which direction you head, there are fun fall adventures to be had in Houston. Today on the final installment of our Fall Guide, the entire City Cast team joins host Raheel Ramzanali to layout some fun fall itineraries for each cardinal direction. Lead producer Dina Kesbeh is handling the north, producer Carlignon Jones has the south, Hey Houston writer Brooke Lewis is taking care of the west, and Raheel handles the east.

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26min
October 03, 2023The Scariest Halloween Attractions You Need To Visit
From haunted houses to ghost tours, Houston has a scary side waiting to be explored this fall. In part two of our Fall Getaway Guide, KHOU digital anchor Brandi Smith joins host Raheel Ramzanali to give her recommendations of the spookiest attractions you need to check out in H-Town.

If you want to get in the Halloween mood, try out these spots!
Watch all of Brandi’s Spooky stories here
Purgatory Scream Park in Kingwood
RedRum Fear Park – Richmond
Houston Terror Dome
Creepy Hollow Haunted House in Rosharon
Haunted Drive in Cleveland
Zoo Boo
Boo on the Boardwalk
Scream on the Green - Oct. 27
Halloween Classic Car Show at National Museum of Funeral History - Oct. 28
Old Town Spring with Old Town Spring Ghost Walk
Downtown Houston with Nightly Spirits
Galveston with Ghost Tours of Galveston -
Houston Horror Film Fest
Rooftop Cinema Club

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22min
October 02, 2023Your Guide to the Best Farms for Fall
October is finally here and even though the weather is still kind of warm, we’re still celebrating with our Fall Getaway Guide. This three part series will focus on some unique adventures, scares, and eats around the Houston area. Today, host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by HoustonMom.com co-creator Meagan Clanahan to get her recommendations for the best fall farms to visit for photos, activities, and more!
Dewberry Farms - use code FALL6 for $6 off
Old Time Christmas Farm
Blessington Farms
P-6 Farms in Humble
Zoo Boo
Frobergs in Alvin for Corn Maze
Houston Mom Fall Farm Guide

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18min
September 29, 2023Drag Ban Overturned, Oil Prices Rise, and Mayor Turner Farewell
Mayor Sylvester Turner held his final State of the City, but what will you remember him for as the mayor? Plus, there’s a major health lawsuit going down in H-Town that could have an impact on your bills. And, oil prices are going up so are we about to feel it once again? Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz and media personality Antre’Chelle Nova to break it all down.

Featured stories:
Medicaid issues in Texas
State of the City address
Drug ring bust
A push for the World’s Fair in Houston
FTC Sues Anesthesia group
Oil heading to $100
Drag Ban ruled unconstitutional
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is no.1

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29min
September 28, 2023 We Answer Stupid Questions About Houston
It’s Ask a Stupid Question Day and we’re celebrating as a team by answering stupid questions about Houston. From why we call it a feeder to learning how to square dance, host Raheel Ramzanali is bringing on lead producer Dina Kesbeh, producer Carlignon Jones, and Hey Houston editor Brooke Lewis to answer these pressing stupid questions!

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How many episodes does City Cast Houston have?

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